1983 Honda Quintet vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Quintet | Esprit |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |